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After initially thinking the CT was ridiculous, I’ve done a complete 180 and decided I need one in my life… I’ve been combing through this website pretty regularly the past couple of months and have learned a lot. Overall, this group has pretty much provided the answers to my questions (and answers to some questions I didn’t even know I had!) but I’m interested in continuing the conversation about the topics I have listed out below. For efficiency, I’ve included a short summation of the information I have pieced together. Let me know what you think!
purchase price
- Living in Colorado, the dual motor is a must for the AWD. As it is, the pricing is at the absolute ceiling of what I can spend/afford (actually a good chunk over...) I have my fingers crossed that Tesla keeps the pricing the same as any increase puts my ability to purchase in serious jeopardy. From what I have read here, it seems Tesla has historically kept the prices the same once announcing them so here’s to hoping!
- I am actually happy that production has been delayed as it gives me time to build up a CT fund. I have started “making payments” to a dedicated savings account so that when the time does come, my monthly payments will be more manageable. (Edit: i made my reservation early July...)
- Having said that, it seems like the CT is a huge “bang for the buck” as a) it is currently in the same ball park (actually less in a lot of cases) than an ICE truck and b) seems to be way less than other electric trucks coming down the pipeline
Cost of ownership
- Charging: obviously need to get set up within the home but after that, logistics of charging on road trips seems to be the only minor nuisance.. basically a non-issue….
- Insurance: general consensus seems to be no one really knows yet but overall thoughts are it shouldn’t be dramatically different than something similarly priced
- Wear & tear (tires, batteries, etc.): seems this will be a big one as a) the tires are pretty big and b) I’ve learned Tesla’s (and Tesla drivers) are pretty hard on tires as it is… further, I don’t think a regular set of highway tread is gonna look right so one would have to stick with something that is at least hiway and off road.. As for the batteries, replacement seems like it will be over $10k but that shouldn’t happen for a long, long (hopefully long!) time…
- Damage/repair: this has me worried… Currently, it seems most roads lead through Tesla here (something breaks, you gotta go to Tesla) but I would guess options will begin to exist as electric becomes more mainstream. I did see an instance where an alternative is already available (something about a battery going bad and some place was able to fix it for a fraction of what Tesla wanted).) Also, I’m really nervous about what a replacement windshield will cost as we sure do have a Lot of flying rocks on the highways here in Colorado…. I know it’s supposed to be super strong but until I have experience with that I’m not optimistic about what Tesla would charge to replace a windshield…
Positives
- Let’s start with the obvious, don’t have to buy gas (but have learned charging isn’t exactly free…)
- Read that EVs are supposed to last from 750,000-1,000,000 miles so if all goes according to plan, this offsets some of the purchase price
- EVs have fewer moving parts to fail (alternators, transmissions, fuel pumps, etc.) so again, offsetting the purchase price
- sports car performance in a truck? Yes please!
- no paint to worry about
So like, I said, that's what I've pieced together so far. I’d love to hear any thoughts you might be able to add.
purchase price
- Living in Colorado, the dual motor is a must for the AWD. As it is, the pricing is at the absolute ceiling of what I can spend/afford (actually a good chunk over...) I have my fingers crossed that Tesla keeps the pricing the same as any increase puts my ability to purchase in serious jeopardy. From what I have read here, it seems Tesla has historically kept the prices the same once announcing them so here’s to hoping!
- I am actually happy that production has been delayed as it gives me time to build up a CT fund. I have started “making payments” to a dedicated savings account so that when the time does come, my monthly payments will be more manageable. (Edit: i made my reservation early July...)
- Having said that, it seems like the CT is a huge “bang for the buck” as a) it is currently in the same ball park (actually less in a lot of cases) than an ICE truck and b) seems to be way less than other electric trucks coming down the pipeline
Cost of ownership
- Charging: obviously need to get set up within the home but after that, logistics of charging on road trips seems to be the only minor nuisance.. basically a non-issue….
- Insurance: general consensus seems to be no one really knows yet but overall thoughts are it shouldn’t be dramatically different than something similarly priced
- Wear & tear (tires, batteries, etc.): seems this will be a big one as a) the tires are pretty big and b) I’ve learned Tesla’s (and Tesla drivers) are pretty hard on tires as it is… further, I don’t think a regular set of highway tread is gonna look right so one would have to stick with something that is at least hiway and off road.. As for the batteries, replacement seems like it will be over $10k but that shouldn’t happen for a long, long (hopefully long!) time…
- Damage/repair: this has me worried… Currently, it seems most roads lead through Tesla here (something breaks, you gotta go to Tesla) but I would guess options will begin to exist as electric becomes more mainstream. I did see an instance where an alternative is already available (something about a battery going bad and some place was able to fix it for a fraction of what Tesla wanted).) Also, I’m really nervous about what a replacement windshield will cost as we sure do have a Lot of flying rocks on the highways here in Colorado…. I know it’s supposed to be super strong but until I have experience with that I’m not optimistic about what Tesla would charge to replace a windshield…
Positives
- Let’s start with the obvious, don’t have to buy gas (but have learned charging isn’t exactly free…)
- Read that EVs are supposed to last from 750,000-1,000,000 miles so if all goes according to plan, this offsets some of the purchase price
- EVs have fewer moving parts to fail (alternators, transmissions, fuel pumps, etc.) so again, offsetting the purchase price
- sports car performance in a truck? Yes please!
- no paint to worry about
So like, I said, that's what I've pieced together so far. I’d love to hear any thoughts you might be able to add.
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